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MIDDLESEX TERRACE TV CHANNELS

Channel Station

2 CBC - Ottawa

3 Global

4 Sports Net Ontario

5 ABC

6 CBS

7 FOX

8 NBC

9 CMT

10 CTV – London

11 HGTV

12 TCM– Turner Classic Movies

13 CTV - Toronto

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Sunday Church Service - All residents are welcome to attend the services at 2:30pm in the Chapel. Each month different ministers/ lay people from local churches conduct the services. This month the follow-ing ministers/lay people will be running the services. July 5– Harvester Baptist July 12– Salvation Army July 19– Delaware United July 26– Hilk Bakker

FROM THE DESK OF THE LIFE ENRICHMENT DIRECTOR

Charlene Hillen

Thank you to everyone that came out to our Classic Car Show last week! We had a great time and it was awesome to see so many resi-

dents out to see the cars that came in. We look forward to more days on the patio and warm

summer weather. Please note while our elevator will be out of use this month there will

be some changes to the monthly calendar as residents from the 2 floors will not be able to get together for programming. We will be al-

ternating programming between the floors if needed. We thank Jill for her time as our Music Therapist and wish her well in

her future endeavours. We thank Jill for her time as our Music Therapist and wish her well in

her future endeavours. Starting this month we will be having a new music therapist joining us. Kate Minnick, MT will be in the home on Friday mornings engag-

ing in music therapy with residents on a one to one basis. She will al-so be leading our chimes group that was a great success in our

home.

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Attn: Residents

The following is a letter from Jill Kennedy-Tufts the Mu-

sic Therapist at Middlesex Terrace. Unfortunately she

was unable to come in and do a final chimes groups as

we are currently in outbreak. She wanted me to pass on

this nice letter to all of you:

Dear residents/friends,

I had hoped to tell this to you in person, but due to various circumstances

– have not been able to come into Middlesex Terrace to relay this mes-

sage to you directly.

I was recently provided with the opportunity to have full time work at

Parkwood hospital; where I have been working part-time for the past 10

years.

As a result of this significant increase in work hours, I will not be able to

continue coming in to share music with you at Middlesex Terrace.

Please know that I have sincerely enjoyed sharing music with each of you

over the years that I have been working there, and I will miss you all!

I have heard that Charlene has found another Music Therapist to replace

me there, which I am really happy to hear.

All the very best to you all…

Jill

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RESIDENTS CORNER

FUN FACTS ABOUT JUNE Happy Birthday to everyone celebrating their birthday this month! Birthstone—Ruby The birthstone for the month of July is the ruby. In the Middle Ages, rubies were be-lieved to guard against wicked thoughts, desires, and disputes. They were also be-lieved to bring good health. Many people felt that the ruby could warn its owner of coming misfortunes. It is said that Catherine of Aragon, first wife of King Henry VIII, was able to predict her downfall from the darkening of her ruby. The word ruby is de-rived from the Latin word ruber, which means “red.” It was once used to describe all red stones, including red tourmaline and red garnet. Ancient Hindus, Burmese, and Ceylonese regarded sapphires as unripe rubies. They believed that if they buried a sapphire in the ground, it would mature into a rich red ruby.

Flower– Larkspur Most likely, you first saw the tall and stately spikes of larkspur in your grandparents’ flower garden. When in bloom, these big flower spikes are lovely in the garden, and when cut, they look lovely in a vase. Colors include light and dark pink, blue, rose, lavender and white. Larkspur is a member of the delphinium family. There are many varieties of larkspur, so it should not surprise you that they range in height from one to seven feet. Introduced in Britain in the late 16th century, larkspur flowers were thought to be effective against poisonous stings. The dried, powdered flowers were also used as an insecticide.

Some famous people born during this month include: Dan Aykroyd (comedian) – July 1, 1952 Thurgood Marshall (U.S. justice) – July 2, 1908 Ann Landers (columnist) – July 4, 1918 Sylvester Stallone (actor) – July 6, 1946 Arthur Ashe (tennis player) – July 10,1943 Julio Cesar Chavez (boxer) – July 12, 1962 Nelson Mandela (politician) – July 18, 1918 Rose Kennedy (philanthropist) – July 22, 1890 Amelia Earhart (aviator) – July 24, 1897 Alton Brown (chef) – July 30, 1962 Hilary Swank (actress) – July 30, 1974

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DID YOU KNOW?

BookHut— Middlesex Terrace has a book exchange with the Middlesex County Library six times per year. Large print books, movies and books on tape/CD can be borrowed for any length of time. These items are located in a locked cupboard in the Activity room. If you are interested in borrowing any books or movies please ask an Activity Staff Member for assistance. Resident Use Computer - A computer is located in the Activity room for resident use; it is internet accessible as well as equipped with a touch screen. For assistance with or for more information on the computer please ask an Activity Staff Member. Email - Residents are welcome to receive emails at the following email address [email protected], if they do not wish to have one of their own. Emails will be printed and handed out like mail. Mail - Mail is delivered to the home in the afternoon and handed out by the Activity Staff each day. Please see the Life Enrichment Director if you have any mail to go out. Hairdresser - Barb, the hairdresser is available on the lower level salon. If you wish to have hair care done please contact Barb directly or speak with a Registered staff member. Newspaper - Middlesex Terrace subscribes to the London Free Press everyday, the paper can be found in the main floor front lounge for all to read. Residents who wish to receive their own paper must contact the London Free Press directly to arrange this. Papers are delivered in the morning by activity staff. Please let activity staff know if you will be receiving or cancelling a paper, so that we can ensure correct distribution of papers.

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COUNCILS IN THE HOME

ALL residents are welcome and encouraged to attend the following meetings held monthly. RESIDENT COUNCIL - The purpose being to freely voice any concerns or suggestions in regards to decisions and tasks which affect your everyday life within the home. The meetings encourage regular communication as a group between Residents, the Administrator, and Staff. This meeting is chaired by the Life Enrichment Director unless a resident wishes to take over this position. FOOD COMMITTEE - This meeting follows Residents Council and allows the Nutrition Manager to communicate with residents as a group for such things as input into menus, snacks and special events. All Menus are reviewed and approved by this group before they are put into place. Those residents who are unable to attend the monthly meetings can pass their items for the council to the Life Enrichment Director or a fellow resi-dent. FAMILY COUNCIL Family council is a great opportunity for family/friends of their loved one to come together and share ideas/suggestions and find out more how the home runs. It is a not a huge time commitment– we meet approx 2-3 x a year. At this time we are looking for new members, please contact Char-lene Hillen if you are interested in being apart of this. Meeting minutes for both Resident Council/Food Committee and Family Council are located in binders across from both Nursing Stations.

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FROM THE DESK OF THE ADMINISTRATOR— Jan Shkilnyk

Home update:

Recently there has been issues with mail delivery to the residents in the

home. Mail has been delivered to residents that are physically or mental incapa-

ble to deal with their mail. One of the struggles is that day to day residents condi-

tions change and so it can happen that one day a resident is able to handle their

own mail but the next day not. If you are the Power of attorney and the resident

is not capable to handle mail please have their mail rerouted to your home. On a

go foreword all mail delivery to residents will be reviewed by myself or the Di-

rector of Nursing to ensure it is suitable for residents to receive their mail. If you

have any questions or concerns do not hesitate to contact me.

Last month we mentioned that Ruth Nichols our Office Manager was leav-

ing her position to spend more time with family. We are happy to say that

she has now decided to stay!

Over the next couple of months I will be identifying some Myths regarding

Consent and Capacity in Long Term Care Homes.

Myth 2: Residents shouldn’t make risky decisions. Residents who are capable of un-

derstanding and appreciating the risks in a situation have the right to make deci-

sions that could be risky even if others disagree or think the decision could result in

harm. In Ontario resident’s rights to make decisions are protected by law under that

Health Care Consent Act (1996) and the Long Term Care Homes Act (2007). Alt-

hough it may be difficult for some families and health-care providers to accept that

residents can choose to live with personal risk, it is important to respect the resi-

dent’s decision, regardless of what you or others think. For example, a resident with

diabetes may choose to eat a chocolate bar knowing that they may need extra insu-

lin or refuse to go to hospital when family are pressuring them to go. It’s important

to point out that no one has the right to make decisions that will put others at risk of

being harmed. For instance, a resident cannot insist that a health-care provider help

them transfer using no assistive equipment when they have been assessed to be

transferred always using a list.

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TORNADOES

Did you know Ontario has an average 12 tornadoes a year? Most tornadoes occur between

the months of May and September. Tracking where they will hit is more difficult to calcu-

late. From the extreme southwest of the province to the farthest northern tip, a tornado can

strike anywhere. Think about that when you are building your family emergency plan and

discuss these safety tips with your entire household to ensure everybody knows what to do

in a tornado.

Make your Emergency Preparedness Action Plan

What is a tornado?

A tornado is a powerful column of winds spiralling around a centre of low atmospheric pres-

sure.

Also known as twisters, tornadoes often appear behind a shroud of heavy rain or hail in a

sky that is green, yellow or black. A tornado can form quickly. They descend as roaring fun-

nel clouds that can move at speeds of up to 90 km/h. Very large thunderstorms can spawn

multiple tornadoes or a single tornado with a number of smaller but destructive vortices

within it.

Tornadoes typically snake erratically from southwest to northeast. They can last for a few

minutes or a few hours, and usually leave a path of destruction in their wake. The strongest

tornadoes, which rank as an F5 on the Fujita scale, boast winds of just over 500 km/h.

General Tips

If you are indoors:

• The safest place to be is an underground shelter, basement or safe room.

• If there is no basement, go to the centre of an interior room on the lowest level away from

corners, windows, doors and outside walls. Put as many walls as possible between you and

the outside.

• Get under a sturdy table and use your arms to protect your head and neck.

• Do not open windows.

If you are outdoors:

• Do not wait until you see the tornado to get inside.

• If you are caught outdoors, lay flat in a nearby ditch or depression and cover your head

with your hands.

• Do not get under an overpass or bridge. You are safer in a low, flat location.

• Watch out for flying debris.

AT MIDDLESEX TERRACE WE ROUTINELY PRACTICE CODE PURPLE-WHICH IS

OUR EMERGENCY RESPONSE FOR TORNADO’S-REMEMBER STAFF WILL OPEN

WINDOWS AND PLACE RESIDENTS IN THE HALLS FACING THE WALL—WE

HAVE PROCEDURES IN PLACE FOR TRANSPORTATION AND ACCESS TO THE

DELAWARE COMMUNITY CENTRE SHOULD ANYTHING HAPPEN LIKE THIS.

WARNINGS ARE SET TO BE EMAILED AND TEXTED TO THE MANAGEMENT

TEAM TO ASSIST IN PREPARING STAFF.

JAN SHKILNYK-ADMINISTRATOR

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BED ENTRAPMENT-describes an event in which a resident is caught, trapped or entangled in

the space in or about the bedrail, mattress or bed frame. Resident entrapments may result in serious

injuries or death.

HEALTH CANADA REPORTS: 12 INCIDENTS INCLUDING 3 DEATHS FROM 2009-2012

1980-2008: 67 REPORTS OF LIGE THREATENING BED ENTRAPMENTS WITH 36 LEADING

TO DEATH

BODY ENTRAPMENT PARTS: 9% HEAD AND CHEST, 25% LOWER EXTREMITIES, 11%

UPPER EXTREMITIES

68% OF ENTRAPPED RESIDENTS WERE 70 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER

BENEFITS AND RISKS OF BED RAILS

BENEFITS: aides in mobility and transferring to promote independence

RISKS: strangling, suffocating, bodily injury or death when caught between rails or rails and mat-

tress, more serious injuries from falls when resident climbs over rails, skin bruises, cuts, scrapes, can

induce agitated behavior, feeling isolated, prevents residents from getting up to perform routine ac-

tivities

MOST AT RISK: THE MOST VULNERABLE TO ENTRAPMENT ARE ELDERLY RESI-

DENTS, ESPECIALLY THOSE WHO ARE FRAIL, CONGITIVELY IMPAIRED, MOVEMENT

OR SEIZURE DISORDER, CONFUSED, RESTLESS, DECREASED LEVEL OF MOBILITY OR

WHO HAVE UNCONROLLED BODY MOVEMENTS AND INCONTINENCE.

THE HOME HAS ORDERED 35 NEW BEDS AND MATTRESS AND SAFETY SETS CALLED

“KEEPERS” FOR THE OLDER BEDS…DUE TO THE DEMANDS OF ALL NURSING HOMES

AND ONLY TWO SUPPLIERS ALL ITEMS CONTINUE TO BE ON BACK ORDER. IN THE

MEANTIME POOL NOODLES HAVE BEEN SECURED TO THE BED TO ENSURE THAT THE

ZONES OF ENTRAPMENT ON OUR CURRENT BEDS PASS AND ARE AS SAFE AS POSSI-

BLE. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS DO NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT MYSELF OR THE

DIRECTOR OF NURSING, PAM BOVAN-----------------SINCERELY, JAN SHKILNYK ADMIN-

ISTRATOR

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FROM THE DESK OF THE NURSE MANAGER– Diane Wolfe

With the warm weather, everyone wants to be outside and bask in the warmth and

sunshine. Now is a good time to talk about skin and the effects that the sun has on it.

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in Canada, with an estimated 6,500 new

cases of malignant melanoma and another 76,100 cases of non-melanoma skin can-

cers expected to be diagnosed in 2014. Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin can-

cer, with 1,050 Canadians expected to die from it this year. (Canadian Cancer Society)

Risk factors - The most potent cause of skin cancer is ultraviolet radiation (UVR)

from sunlight or artificial sources (tanning beds)

You are at higher risk if you

Have fair skin that burns or freckles easily

Red or blonde hair with blue or green eyes

A large number of moles (greater than 50) or moles that are unusual in color or

shape

A history of sunburns

Family history of skin cancer

A weakened immune system

Taking meds that increase sensitivity

Early Detection is key– when caught early, there is a 90% cure rate, CHECK YOUR

SKIN

Remember that skin cancer can occur anywhere-even the soles of your feet Check

out the Canadian Skin Cancer foundation’s -Have you done your skin check re-

cently?

Prevention

Avoid tanning beds

Avoid the sun between the hours of 11-4pm

Stay in the shade

Wear sun glasses (UV 400)

Wear sun screen– broad spectrum with SPF 30+

- reapply 2-3 hours or after swimming or sweating

- don’t forget to apply to tips of ears back of hands and feet.

The residents love to sit outside. When assisting them , please use the sunscreen

that is available on the wall in the vestibule. In the August, we will be starting preparations for our annual flu campaign. Letters will be

sent to all POA’s for consent. Please take a minute to review and send back to the home Flu

shots usually start in October

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FROM THE DESK OF THE NUTRITIONAL MANAGER– Eileen Murray

Fibre Facts

Fibre is found in foods such as vegetables, fruit, whole grain breads and cereals, nuts,

seeds and legumes (dried peas, beans, soy and lentils). A diet high in fibre, along with

exercise and healthy eating, can help you maintain normal bowel habits. Fibre helps

prevent constipation by adding bulk and absorbing water, thus softening the stool. High

fibre diets may also help prevent and treat a variety of diseases and conditions, such as

heart disease, colon cancer and diabetes. A healthy diet for seniors should include 21-30

grams of fibre per day.

Small changes can add up to a big difference in your fibre intake.

Over the next quarter the dietician and myself will be reviewing those resident’s that

receive a stimulant and looking at alternative means to promote regularity.

Best sources of fibre/food group: Vegetables and Fruit, Grain products, Meat

and Alternatives Fresh, frozen, canned or dried fruits and vegetables, especially those with edible

seeds or skins, such as potatoes with skin, broccoli, corn, peas, raspberries, strawber-

ries, blueberries, pears, apples, prunes, dates, figs, dried apricots or raisins. Whole grain breads, such as 100 per cent whole wheat bread. Whole grain cereals, such as oatmeal or shredded wheat. High fibre cereals such as any cereal containing wheat bran, wheat germ, oat bran or

psyllium. Whole grain and higher fibre crackers, muffins and cookies, such as whole wheat or

rye crackers, bran muffins, oatmeal cookies, date squares. Cooked dried peas, beans and lentils, such as kidney beans, soybeans, black beans,

chick peas and yellow or split peas. Nuts and seeds, such as whole almonds, sunflower seeds and ground flax.

Tips

Eat a higher fibre diet. To minimize stomach bloating and gas, increase your fibre

gradually.

Drink plenty of fluids throughout the day to help the fibre work. Sip on fluids such

as water, juice, milk, soup, herbal teas, decaffeinated coffee or tea. Exercise regularly. Even a short, daily walk is a good idea.

Avoid laxatives unless your doctor has prescribed them.

Eileen Murray, NM . Ashley Cook , RD

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FROM THE DESK OF The Manager of Resident/ Community Services- Shelby Bentley

ELDER ABUSE What is elder abuse? - It is any action or inaction by any individual or organiza-tion in a position of trust which causes harm or distress, or violates human or civil rights.

Many older adults experience more than one type of abuse at the same time and may experience abuse at the hands of more than one person.

Abuse can be difficult to detect and its signs are often very subtle. While it is im-portant not to jump to conclusions, never ignore your instincts that what you are seeing or hearing could be abuse.

Abuse can be broadly categorized into the following generally acknowledged types: Financial Exploitation - Any intentional misuse of an older person’s money,

property, or assets with or without his or her knowledge or informed consent Emotional - Any intentional/unintentional action, inaction, comment, or threat

that causes emotional anguish, fear, or diminished self-esteem or dignity Physical - Any act of violence or rough treatment causing injury or physical dis-

comfort Sexual - Any sexual behaviour directed towards an older adult without that per-

son’s full knowledge and consent Neglect/Abandonment - Intentional or unintentional failure to provide the

basic necessities of care by an individual/organization in a position of trust. Self-neglect is not considered to be abuse.

Violation/Denial of Human/Civil Rights - Any action or inaction that takes away the basic rights and freedoms to which all Canadians/residents are enti-tled

Elder Abuse Can Happen to Anyone It can happen at anytime, anywhere. It may be happening to the person you

least expect. Contrary to commonly held beliefs, most older adults who experience abuse or

neglect are mentally competent, are not dependent on other people, and do not require constant care.

In recent years, elder abuse has gained more attention and rightly so. The year 2016 is expected to mark a historic event. According to Statistics Canada, 2016 is the year the number of individuals over the age of 65 will begin to outnum-ber those under the age of 15. In addition to the ageing of our population, Canadi-ans are also living longer. The significant increase of older adults in the years to come will lead to more cases of abuse.

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DID YOU KNOW? MYTH: Most seniors live in nursing homes. FACT: 92.1% of Canadian seniors aged 65 and over live in private households or dwellings (as part of couples, alone or with others). The majority live in a couple with a spouse or common-law-partner. (2011 census)

Famous Seniors (2014) Hazel McCallion retired in 2014 at age 93, after serving 36 years as mayor of Mississauga, Canada’s 6th largest city. Jean Chrétien was prime minister of Canada from age 59 – 69. Roberta Bondar, astronaut and neurologist, at age 69, still pursues her interests in research, photography and motivational speaking. She is one of North America’s most sought-after and respected speakers. Lloyd Robertson, until age 78, anchored the CTV National News. He still works for CTV. Gordon Lightfoot, age 76, and Neil Young, age 69, singer-songwriters and mu-sicians, are still touring and performing. Margaret Atwood, world-renowned, award winning author, environmental activist and inventor is still writing and being published at age 75. When she was 64 she invented the LongPen and associated technologies that facilitate remote robotic signing of documents etc. in ink. She co-founded and is still a director of the com-pany that developed it. Nelson Mandela became President of South Africa at age 75. Betty White is still entertaining and going strong at age 92.

Middlesex Terrace has a zero tolerance policy when it comes to any type of abuse to a resi-dent by anyone. If you wish to receive a copy of the homes policy please see Shelby Bentley Resident/Community Services Manager.

For more information about elder abuse please check out

the following website www.ealm.ca

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From the Desk of Debbie Comeau RAI Coordinator

2013-14 CIHI Indicators LTC , Comparison of Ont vs Canada Ontario Canada

Falls in the Last 30 Days in Long-Term Care 14.2% 14.9%

Worsened Pressure Ulcer in Long-Term Care 3.0% 3.0%

Potentially Inappropriate Use of Antipsychotics in Long-Term Care 30.6% 30.3%

Restraint Use in Long-Term Care 8.9% 9.6%

Improved Physical Functioning in Long-Term Care 31.1% 32.2%

Worsened Depressive Mood in Long-Term Care 25.9% 23.8%

Worsened Physical Functioning in Long-Term Care 35.8% 34%

Experiencing Pain in Long-Term Care 7.9% 10.2%

Experiencing Worsened Pain in Long-Term Care 11.2% 11.3%

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DISCOVERING CANADA: Strange Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Canada

You Can See More Snakes in Winnipeg Than Anywhere Else- Just 130-km north of Winni-

peg is the Narcisse Snake Dens conversation area, where each spring, tens of thousands of red-

sided garter snakes slither out from their dens for a few weeks from mid-April to early May.

Fortunately there are viewing platforms set up so you can watch them from afar.

We Harvest Icebergs in Labrador and Newfoundland- Every spr ing, massive islands of

ice broken off of glaciers in Greenland parade through 'Iceberg Alley’, past the coast of Labra-

dor and Newfoundland. Entrepreneurs are harvesting chunks of these cool marvels for some

pretty unique products, including wine, vodka, beer, and even skincare products.

We Have the World's Safest Highways (for Animals) - There are million-dollar highway

overpasses in Banff National Park which have been used by grizzly and black bears, wolves,

coyotes, cougars, moose, elk, deer, bighorn sheep, wolverine and lynx. By 2014, there will be

38 wildlife underpasses and six overpasses from Banff National Park’s east entrance to the bor-

der of Yoho National Park. Ontario built its first bridge for animals over Hwy 69, south of Sud-

bury, in 2012.

Alberta has a National Park Larger Than Switzerland- Wood Buffalo National Park

straddles the border of Northern Alberta and southern Northwest Territories. It was created in

1922 to protect the world’s largest herd of roaming Wood Bison, and the park is also home to

the last known nesting site of whooping cranes

Buffalo Was Almost a Province- The province of Buffalo proposal was spearheaded in

the early 1900’s by Sir Frederick Haultain, who was the first Premier of the Northwest Territo-

ries. His proposal failed to sway Prime Minister Wilfred Laurier, and in 1905 the section of

N.W.T. was divided via a north-south line, creating Alberta and Saskatchewan in the process.

Peterborough, Ont. is the Canoe Capital of the World- You can learn more about canoeing

at the Canadian Canoe Museum in Peterborough, Ontario, home to the world’s largest collec-

tion of canoes and kayaks. National Paddling Day, which was originally celebrated on June

26th, has now evolved into National Paddling Week, which will be celebrated across Canada,

June 15-23, 2013.

Newfoundland Left its Mark on Mars- Commander Hadfield has been educating and en-

tertaining us from space for the last few months, but Canada’s reach into space extends further

than the International Space Station. There is a crater on Mars that has been named for the

town of Gander, Newfoundland. The 39-km (diameter) crater was dedicated to Gander in 1991

because of the town's history of pioneering aviation and aerospace technologies.

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WE NEED YOU !!!!

Middlesex Terrace is looking for Volunteers of all ages to assist with various programming such as socials, outings, meal clubs, special events, one to one visits and decorating of the home. The volunteer opportunities at Middlesex are endless and are geared towards each volunteer’s interests, talents and availability. Your time be it a few hours a week or month can have a meaningful impact on the lives of a senior living in Long Term Care.

Join the Middlesex Terrace Team Today! For more information please contact myself, Shelby Bentley by phone 519-652-3483 or email [email protected]